The Deluxe Clavicle Support is a simple yet very efficient shoulder and posture corrector that is made to give support to the clavicle or collarbone while recuperating from minor injuries caused by fractures, sprains and fibromyalgia.
The entire design of this clavicle support is based on the principle of using a shoulder strap, similar to that used on backpacks. The Deluxe Clavicle Support uses a flat metal ring on its center that also functions as the main pressure point that pulls the entire chest outward by way of the shoulder straps that are easily worn through the use of Velcro straps. The main straps themselves are made from extra soft padding materials that provide the most possible comfort for the wearer, along with being lined with durable polyurethane support straps that can support the weight of the entire shoulders. The straps along with the support ring are sewn in together to give the support brace a durable conjoining seam that will not easily tear off.
Double backed stitching is used to reinforce the entire posture corrector so that it can effectively maintain the pressure points of the entire back area that is attached to the metal ring. Tailor fitted to conform to the angle of the chest and the collarbone (clavicle); the Deluxe Clavicle Support inhibits excessive shoulder blade movements to facilitate in the fast recovery of the affected area by properly aligning the clavicle and the cervical vertebrae. The clavicle support weighs in at about 3 ounces and is available in various sizes that would conform to most average chest sizes. Sizes available range from 31.5 inches for medium built people up to 49.25 inches for taller individuals.
Quality and Materials Used:
Though simple as it may seem, the Deluxe Clavicle brace is the simplest solution to maintaining a correct posture while recovering from any clavicle related injury in which during this critical stage, the shoulders must remain in perfect alignment with the cervical area.
The importance of keeping the affected are, which in this case could be any part that comprises the collarbone, the ligaments that connect it to the humerus or commonly called the arm bone or any muscular tissue that is either torn which is currently inflamed. The polyurethane foam padding used in this posture corrector eases the pressure on the skin and the path that it binds while repelling moisture retention, giving the wearer a comfortable fit. The Velcro straps enable the user to adjust the proper tightness on each shoulder strap. Since the entire strap is affixed permanently to the metal ring, there is no possibility of the strap to loosen out from the conjoining seams as the straps themselves have polyurethane plastic strip backings that are sewn in using a double stitched pattern all throughout its design. The metal ring is the center point of the entire posture corrector, as it maintains the central alignment of the whole posture brace to the affected area in which it holds the shoulder strap while applying pressure on the back, giving you a straight stance.
Pros:
Considering that it serves a specific purpose in stabilizing the shoulders and chest, particularly the collarbone in mind, the clavicle support brace has a pretty straightforward design; nevertheless, it does a good job in helping with inhibiting the shoulders from making excessive movements to hasten the recovery of the affected area. The convenience of wearing it is made possible by the use of Velcro straps in which the wearer can easily adjust the way the straps tightens around the shoulders. When it comes to cleaning the Deluxe Clavicle brace, users will find this very easy to do, provided that lukewarm water is used along with hand washing it in mild washing detergent.
Cons:
The Deluxe Clavicle Support does not have any shortcomings with regard to its design and the specific function that it serves since it is primarily a clavicle support that helps in the speedy recovery of injuries related to the shoulders and the collarbone.
Price:
It seems to be a pretty reasonable price for something that has therapeutic value. But despite being affordable, we really liked the way that the manufacturer exerted extra effort in making the Velcro straps very convenient to adjust with the wearer’s shoulder size along with making the strap paddings comfortable enough to wear.
Cleaning and Maintenance:
Machine-washing the clavicle support is strongly discouraged since this posture brace has a metal part, which could eventually damage your washing machine. Hand washing is the most preferred manner in which you can clean the Deluxe Clavicle Support since it is mostly composed of synthetic fabrics which can be washed using mild detergents and soap without having to worry about drying it. The use of lukewarm water is ideal to remove deeply seated dirt and grime that has accumulated within the straps. To ensure that the straps remain damage free from any signs of fraying, always make sure that you use the right amount of detergent and water temperature to maintain its fabric’s integrity. After washing the brace, you can just leave it out to dry since the fabrics on the straps are fast drying and can easily be worn within an hour after washing.
Additional Tips:
When your doctor informs you that you have to start rehab after your clavicle fracture, it’s time to read this article. When you want to speed up your rehab period and strengthen your collarbone area, you should done some simple fitness exercises. See this youtube for clear explanations.
Conclusion:
The best benefit that a user can get from using the Deluxe Clavicle Support is during recovery after undergoing postoperative procedures on the affected area. In most cases, the use of this posture brace can greatly help in stabilizing the shoulders as to limit is movement, especially if a user is currently undergoing the healing process in which the importance of reducing the stress on an area that has undergone any minor form of corrective surgery should remain stable to help hasten the recuperation. Besides the obvious therapeutic advantages that the clavicle support brace can provide, the manner in which it can effectively align the back area with the clavicle as to give its wearer a straight posture which can substantially increase your height by a few inches along with reducing the stress from the lower back from the rigors of everyday tasks.